What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Deputy Public Guardian position at San Bernardino County?
The Department of Aging and Adult Services - Office of the Public Guardian (DAAS-OPG) is recruiting for a Chief Deputy Public Guardian* who is responsible for managing the Office of the Public Guardian. In addition is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating mental health and probate conservatorship services for conservatees of the county. In addition is also responsible for researching and interpreting statutes and case law; reviewing and evaluating the effectiveness of the organization, systems and procedures; developing policies and procedures; making budget recommendations; representing the Public Guardian in Mental Health and Probate Courts; and acting on the behalf of the Public Guardian in signing legal documents. This position requires extensive knowledge of conservatorship and estate administration services as specified by the Probate and Welfare and Institutions Codes.
*Official title: Deputy Director, Department of Aging and Adult Services
MBO Benefit Option
| Pay Description | Option 1: Traditional Benefit | Option 2: Modified Benefit *See more details below |
| Maximum Annual Hourly Salary Base | Up to $167,856.00 | Up to $174,570.24 |
| Total Deferred Compensation (Retirement Medical Trust Fund County Contribution, 401(k) and 457(b) | Up to $17,624.88 | Up to $18,329.88 |
| Total Leaves & FSA Cashable Value (Medical Expense Reimbursement, Administrative Leave, Vacation Leave, Personal Time Off, and Holiday Leave) | Up to $14,597.60 | Up to $24,534.80 |
| Estimated Total Annual Compensation | Up to $200,078.48 | Up to $217,434.92 |
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Certification: Incumbents must obtain and maintain a valid certification as a Public Guardian as established by the California Association of Public Administrators, Public Guardians, and Public Conservators (CAPAPGPC). Certification must be obtained within four (4) years of hire per Section 2923 of the California Probate Code, or the incumbent may be terminated.
Oath of office requirement: The incumbent must be sworn in by The Public Guardian before commencing service in this position per Section 2300 of the California Probate Code.
Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass the pre-employment process, which may include credit check, DOJ Livescan fingerprinting, DMV check, and physical exam including drug testing, prior to appointment. Must be a U.S. Citizen or a permanent U.S. resident.
Travel: Statewide and nationwide travel is occasionally required. Travel throughout the County is required and employees are required to make provision for transportation. A valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be provided and maintained for the individual providing the transportation.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.Education: A Bachelor’s degree in behavioral/social science, business/public administration, or other closely related field.
Qualifying degrees must be completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. In addition, degrees completed outside of the U.S. must be accompanied by an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service indicating equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.
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Experience: Five years of progressively responsible experience in public guardian, aging and adult services, social services, public health, or a closely related human services field. At least two years of that experience at a managerial or supervisory level, overseeing programs and professional staff. Experience should also include a combination of experience with program development and implementation, budget and fiscal oversight, strategic planning, community and interagency collaboration, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations (e.g., Probate Code, Welfare and Institutions Code, guardianship/conservatorship programs, or comparable regulatory frameworks.)
Application Procedure: Applications will be accepted continuously, with a priority screening date of 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. After the priority screening date, applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis or periodically. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as this recruitment may close at any time.
Applications will be accepted and processed continuously while the recruitment remains open. This recruitment may close at any time.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information.
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
Salary : $117,374 - $167,856